Strong Resident Retention and Demand
Equity Residential reported high retention rates and strong demand across markets, with the unemployment rate for their key demographic, college-educated individuals, at 2.7%.
Expansion in Atlanta
The company expanded its presence in Atlanta by acquiring an 8-property portfolio, achieving economies of scale and operational efficiencies.
AI and Innovation Initiatives
Equity Residential's AI leasing application pilots reduced application completion time by over 50%, significantly improving fraud detection and resident underwriting.
New York and San Francisco Market Performance
New York and San Francisco showed strong revenue results with high occupancy and minimal new supply, with San Francisco experiencing a 5.8% blended rate growth.